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The Essency EXR, the world’s first on-demand residential tank water heater, ushers in the next generation of home hot water solutions for the U.S. market. The Essency EXR offers 80-gallon FHR performance in a 55-gallon tank water heater, with added benefits such as a long-lasting polymer tank warrantied to last for 20 years by the company; straightforward installation procedures set-up using standard system connectors; low maintenance; simplified servicing and repair thanks to componentiz...

enVerid Systems, the front-runner in sustainable indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions, will exhibit in booth #C5146 at the 2022 AHR Expo showcasing its full line of HVAC Load Reduction® (HLR®) air cleaning modules. Powered by Sorbent Ventilation Technology™ (SVT™), enVerid’s HLR modules safely remove carbon dioxide, ozone, formaldehyde, and a wide range of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from indoor air so that ventilation rates can be optimized to improve energy effic...

Emerson will be showcasing its innovative solutions and award finalist products at the 2022 AHR Expo in Las Vegas starting January 31 through February 2. The company’s focus at AHR Expo will be around sustainable solutions that are reducing global impact while redefining comfort, efficiency, performance, and safety in the HVACR industry. Emerson’s booth will highlight solutions aimed at helping contractors and OEMs achieve regulatory requirements with ease and meeting the need for h...

Modine Coatings, a division of Modine Manufacturing Company, a pioneer in corrosion-resistant coatings technology in the HVAC industry, will showcase their innovative GulfCoat™ technology during the AHR Expo from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2. Known for their ElectroFin® E-Coat and Insitu® Spray Applied Coatings, Modine will unveil GulfCoat™ AM anti-microbial and GulfCoat™ Circuit Shield products at booth C3524 during the event. GulfCoat™ AM antimicrobial coil coating The...

Building Talent Foundation (BTF) has announced the main findings of a residential construction workforce engagement study designed to probe into tradespeople opinions about their career plans. To improve industry strategies for building talent retention, BTF launched the survey with the support of Leading Builders of America (LBA). Amid increasing competition for frontline workers due to the COVID-19 pandemic, BTF and LBA sought to better understand the current levels of engagement and prioriti...

Bluon, Inc., a fast-growing company with a mission to increase the capacity, performance, and GMV of the HVAC-R industry by empowering its technicians, has received the top software innovation award ahead of the 2022 AHR Expo. The Expo is the HVAC-R industry’s premier event and the award is sponsored by ASHRAE and AHRI, the global standards for HVAC-R. Bluon’s support platform is a revolutionary mobile app that makes HVAC technicians in the field more effective, more efficient, and...

Rapid Water Technologies will introduce its patent-pending Nanobubble Generators to the Power Generation and HVACR industries at two national trade shows in 2022. The innovative Nanobubble Generators naturally remove and prevent the buildup of biofilm and other deposits in commercial and industrial water use. When Rapid Water Technologies Nanobubble Generators are installed on cooling towers and heat exchangers, they transform the noncondensable gases that already exist in the water into millio...

Variable frequency drive technology used to control and create efficient and energy-saving HVAC-R systems will be on show at this month’s AHR Expo 2022 in Las Vegas. Invertek Drives will be showcasing its Optidrive range of VFDs at stand C1380 at the Las Vegas Convention Center between 31 January and 2 February. It will highlight the Optidrive E3, Optidrive Eco, Coolvert, and Compact 2, which are used in a range of HVAC-R applications. The Optidrive Eco is used in HVAC building services a...

Robertshaw® will give International Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Exposition (AHR Expo) attendees a first-hand look at its new simple and economical, yet powerful, line of pro-series wall thermostats in Booth C3518 in Las Vegas January 31–February 2, 2022. Eight models comprise the Pro-Series, enabling wholesale distributors to minimize inventory and contractors to limit their truck stock. At the same time, contractors won’t be overwhelmed with choices of models. Yet...

Carrier Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions, has signed a binding agreement to acquire Toshiba Corporation’s (TOKYO: 6502) ownership stake in Toshiba Carrier Corporation (TCC), a variable refrigerant flow (VRF) and light commercial HVAC joint venture with Carrier. The planned acquisition will strengthen Carrier’s position in one of the fastest-growing HVAC segments, as well as scale its global VRF product p...

Trimble has announced an innovative mixed-reality solution for construction layout, with the introduction of the FieldLink MR app. Built on the powerful Trimble Connect collaboration platform, Trimble FieldLink MR offers a completely new way to perform construction layout, enabling professionals to quickly navigate to tasks on the jobsite, getting more done in less time. The app runs on the Trimble XR10 with HoloLens 2, a hardhat-integrated mixed-reality device. Trimble FieldLink MR Trimble w...

Advanced new Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) from LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA received special recognition for innovation at AHR Expo®. Two LG split DOAS models were singled out as 2022 AHR Innovation Award finalists by a panel of third-party ASHRAE® member judges who evaluated award entries based on their innovative design, creativity, application, value, and market impact. Indoor Air Quality and Ventilation Of keen interest to the industry experts, LG’s DOAS unit...

Air conditioning technologies pioneer LG Electronics USA is showcasing its robust 2022 lineup of commercial, light commercial, and residential HVAC solutions including industry-pioneering Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technology, the latest energy-efficient heat pump options, indoor air quality solutions, and flexible building automation and connectivity products at the 2022 AHR Expo® in Las Vegas. LG’s Inverter Scroll Heat Pump Chiller One of the key highlights is the officia...

Control Valves provide reliable process flow control to many processes throughout your facility.  This type of valve is always very close to the final step of the process, and is key in delivering dependable flow right to the process. Freeze-ups occur on control valves all year long.  Many think that just cold weather is the cause of valve freeze-ups.  Not always the case.  Many processes require higher temperatures in order to work properly. For example, a line in a bread p...

EDF Renewables UK is launching its 2022 apprenticeship scheme, which will offer applicants from all over the country the opportunity to become Onshore & Offshore Wind Turbine Technicians. As part of the scheme, new recruits will spend a year and a half at Tyne Coast College at the Wallsend Campus, before learning the practical elements of the job at a number of EDF Renewables sites. These include operational wind farms such as Dorenell and Fallago Rig Wind Farm in Scotland, and service cent...

ClimateCraft’s highly popular FanMatrix arrays are built to offer efficiency, redundancy and longevity in use. When space is an issue, the compact MiniMatrix delivers a compact yet powerful solution. For lower airflow applications, the efficient and economical ECM array takes ECM-driven fan applications to a new level of efficiency and space-saving performance.  FanMatrix arrays FanMatrix arrays feature direct-drive fan wheels for a simple fan design. Optional BalanceStream technol...

ClimateCraft is a custom air handling partner, committed to providing solutions as exceptional as the unique project demands. They build air handling solutions engineered to optimize energy efficiency and improve indoor air quality. Designed and built from the frame up by the team of experienced craftsmen, ClimateCraft air handlers are engineered to exceed expectations for quality, configuration, and longevity. Nothing fits a building better than a custom air handler, and nobody does custom lik...

ClimaCool Modular chillers are the latest of the innovative products offering efficiency, flexibility, and reliability. Modular chiller systems are the modern alternative to traditional chiller systems, offering innovative solutions and unmatched savings for building owners, system designers, and installers. All of ClimaCool's modular chillers are designed, and configured for each specific project, and are suited for all commercial systems including heat recovery, heat pumps, free cooling, geot...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, addressed some of the HVACR industry's most challenging issues during an executive panel discussion at the 2022 AHR Expo in Las Vegas on January 31. The most pressing issue discussed was decarbonization, an industry initiative to move away from energy systems that produce carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate climate change. Pursuing Sustainability Goals Katie McGinty, vice president, a...

On 1 - 4 March 2022, Expocentre Fairgrounds in Moscow will host this year’s Climate World Expo, the most anticipated event of the Russian HVACR market. This exciting event will bring together key players and customers in related industries, including those in the air conditioning, ventilation, heating, industrial, and commercial refrigeration system sectors. Such customers include engineering companies, design and installation businesses, and management companies that provide services for...

RectorSeal LLC, a globally renowned manufacturer of quality HVAC/R and plumbing tools and accessories, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of CSW Industrials, Inc., introduces Calci-Flush standard tank water heater flush. Calcium and scale build-up is a leading cause of premature tanked water heater failure. Unless the tank is adequately flushed regularly, its heating ability will be hindered by the formation of calcium deposits that are released through normal operation or when chemicals enter an un...

Airius, a Colorado-based technology company focused on air movement and indoor air quality, announces the release of its new BACnet MS/TP destratification fan controller during the 2022 AHR Expo. “Do you struggle with controlling your building? With our BACnet fan control integrated into your network, you can take better control of your building’s stratification issues, save money and improve building comfort by achieving the operational excellence you desire,” said Christian...

Honeywell announced an innovative, new low-Global-Warming-Potential (GWP) refrigerant for commercial and industrial refrigeration that is optimized for supermarkets. The product meets the needs of grocers and retailers who are seeking low-global-warming solutions ahead of likely regulatory changes.  The newest addition to Honeywell’s proprietary low-GWP line of Solstice solutions for various applications, Solstice N71 (R-471A) is the supermarket industry’s first non-flammable a...

Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI), the pioneer in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices, announced at the Air-conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration (AHR) Expo trade show in Las Vegas, three of its latest innovations. Building on more than 20 years of experience in creating control solutions for the HVAC brands, the company announced the launch of its next generation of connected thermostats marketed as the UEI Comfort Line. The UEI Comfort Line is...

Fenwal Controls introduced the ConnectedControls IoT platform, a wireless control system for use with gas ignition controls within freestanding commercial and industrial heaters. The Wi-Fi-enabled module is compatible with many Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) heaters and introduces remote monitoring and control. Fenwal Controls, a supplier of gas ignition and temperature control components, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and int...

These days, users cannot help but think more about killing germs, staying healthy, and paying a little extra attention to personal hygiene. Given that most of them spend about 90 percent of their time indoors, effectively destroying viruses and bacteria is now very relevant to all of the lives. Air scrubbers use the latest advancements in residential indoor air quality (IAQ) technology to keep the California home healthy and safe. Tassio Temperature Control strives to provide users with the ri...

DRI-STEEM Corporation, the manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment products, announced that they are offering a free ON-DEMAND webinar that addresses the important role of humidity control in reducing airborne virus transmissions in K-12 schools. The webinar is presented by David Baird, DriSteem Senior Applications Manager. Maintaining relative humidity levels  The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way people do almost everything. It is not the first virus...

Built on a foundation of precise superheat control, the Danfoss TD1 thermostatic expansion valve now features a more sustainable stainless-steel capillary tube and sensing bulb. As part of Danfoss’ industry-renowned portfolio of low- and ultra-low GWP compliant solutions, the TD1 delivers up to 15% more energy savings and up to 20% reduction in pull-down time under actual operating conditions compared to capillary tubes. TD1 thermostatic expansion valve Known for its high efficiency and...

Automated Logic is bringing reliable and flexible building automation to customers with its new hosted and managed Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offering, WebCTRL® Cloud. This new solution for the WebCTRL building automation system (BAS) brings deployment flexibility to customers while helping them scale for growth and reduce their support burden. Automated Logic, a provider of innovative building-management solutions is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, saf...

Weil-McLain, the renowned North American brand of hydronic comfort heating systems, announced that the company has invited contractors, installers, engineers and others in the industry, to a series of product-focused educational webinars, which will cover the latest heating innovations. Product-focused webinars Each webinar session will cover the latest product introductions, including the new Weil-McLain ProTools app that allows contractors and other heating professionals to conveniently acce...